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Psychology behind retail therapy: Study reveals why some people can't stop buying and how shopping turns addictive- Why do people smoke? The psychology, science and social reasons say those who smoke despite knowing the health risks aren't just chasing nicotine, they may be seeking...
- In 1860, German chemistry PhD Albert Niemann isolated cocaine from coca leaves; the tongue-numbness he noted led to the first local anesthesia 24 years later
- Burmese pythons in Florida are changing Everglades in a surprising way: Study reveals giant snakes are spreading seedsBurmese pythons in Florida's Everglades are now understood to be indirectly spreading plant seeds by consuming birds and mammals that eat f...18 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Jean-Paul Sartre: ‘Commitment is an act, not a word. Every word has consequences. Every silence, too. ’ - French philosopher on the importance of actions over promisesJean-Paul Sartre's words highlight that commitment is action, not just talk. Every word and silence has consequences. In today's world, thi...13 Jun, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
- OpenAI under investigation by group of state attorneys generalA group of US state attorneys general has started a wide-ranging probe into OpenAI. The ChatGPT maker received a subpoena seeking documents...13 Jun, 2026, 07.09 AM IST
- Prediction markets say they're different from sportsbooks. Gambling addicts say it's all the sameThe soccer coach had blocked himself from sportsbooks by the time he found prediction markets.30 Apr, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- EU broadcasters say Digital Fairness Act should target Big Tech, not themLeading European media outlets are raising alarms to EU regulators, urging that the forthcoming legislation against unfair digital practice...27 Apr, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
- This addiction is more dangerous than alcohol or tobacco, new study warns of a silent trapA new study reveals that older Americans are now more likely to be addicted to ultra-processed foods than to alcohol or tobacco. The resear...12 Oct, 2025, 03.50 PM IST
- Watch what you eat: Eating disorders can cause exercise addiction, mental health issues and injuryPeople with eating disorders are 3,7 times more likely to suffer from exercise addiction.30 Jan, 2020, 06.29 PM IST
- What causes alcohol addiction?London, June 25 (IANS) Molecular mechanisms including lower levels of a protein in the brain may be the reason why addicts choose alcohol o...25 Jun, 2018, 06.27 PM IST
- Delhi: One in every 5 school students a ‘problematic’ internet userA total of 6,291 students studying in classes from VI to XII in 25 schools in the south-east district of Delhi participated in the survey. ...11 Apr, 2018, 11.04 AM IST
- New treatment to beat nicotine addiction a step closerNew York, Oct 5 (IANS) Researchers have crystallised and determined the 3D structure of a protein that could help them develop new treatmen...05 Oct, 2016, 04.27 PM IST
- Tamil Nadu government honours Dr Shanthi Ranganathan with 'Avvaiyaar Award"Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa gave away the award to Ranganathan here yesterday, an official release said today.13 Oct, 2015, 01.12 PM IST
- China scientists find protein to 'switch' off coke addictionChinese scientists have claimed to have developed a new protein which can act like a switch to turn off and on cocaine addition.22 Jul, 2015, 11.04 AM IST
- Blood pressure meds may cure addiction: StudyScientists have found a blood pressure medication that can help ward off relapses by erasing memories in the subconscious that trigger addi...24 Jun, 2015, 02.52 PM IST
- Highly processed foods most addictive: StudyHighly processed foods such as chocolate, pizza and French fries are among the most addictive, according to a new study.28 Feb, 2015, 12.38 PM IST
- Facebook addiction may show up in brain, say researchersScientists have found that people who experience compulsive urges to use Facebook have some brain patterns similar to those found in drug a...28 Jan, 2015, 05.15 PM IST
- E-cigarettes less addictive than cigarettes: StudyThe popularity of e-cigarettes, which typically deliver nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerin and flavourings through inhaled vapour, has in...10 Dec, 2014, 04.11 PM IST
- Harry Potter fans 'suffer from symptoms that drug addicts do'Harry Potter fans find giving up JK Rowling's wizard books harder than ditching fags and suffer from withdrawal symptoms that drugs addicts...29 Feb, 2008, 04.06 PM IST
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